Hi KIrk

I was told that Lyle designed the 17 (probably with input from Jerry).

Lyles name is on the blueprints.

I think Jerry built the 17 to these plans and later (Jerry) modified them to produce plans for the 15.

Both boats are proof of a sensible understanding of what makes a great sail boat.

Wayne M17 #204 "Intrepid"

----- Original Message -----

From: kirk

To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com

Sent: Monday, October 06, 2003 7:50 AM

Subject: M_Boats: M-17 Designer

Hi,

I am curious who designed the M-17. I had always been told that Lyle Hess was the designer of the Montgomery 17

Good old Boat magazine is now stating that Jerry Montgomery is claiming that he was the designer

and not Lyle Hess. I have been told that the original drawings (blueprints) state that Lyle Hess is the designer of record on the M-17.

Possibly both participated in the design of the Montgomery 17. Does anybody know who actually designed the

Montgomery 17?

Thanks very much.

Kirk Hill

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